Look! Richard Branson Signs Deal For India’s First Hyperloop Route

The future is here now and folks like Richard Branson are here to usher it in. Today Mr. Branson is back in the news, signing a deal that will be transportation to a new level. Today the word comes down that Richard Branson Signs Deal For India’s First Hyperloop Route. The Virgin Hyperloop One aims to slash three hours trips to just 25 minutes, and recently Richard Branson signed an agreement with the state of Maharashtra, as the state announced their intention to construct what could be India’s first hyperloop route between Pune and Mumbai.

The video below gives us an idea as to what to expect. The plans are to construct a hyperloop between Mumbai and Pune, a corridor 130,000 vehicles travel daily. Branson said in a statement that “I believe Virgin Hyperloop One could have the same impact upon India in the 21st century as trains did in the 20th century.” The transportation system would cut greenhouse gas emissions and could offer $55 billion in socio-economic benefits over the next thirty years. The future is here now and this is a massive step towards futuristic travel. Speak your thoughts on the news below and stay tuned for much more on this coming soon.